I let him go. But, I gave him information about AA meetings near his apartment and online AA meetings. He admits he has a drinking problem. Also, he wants to cut down but not quit. I met him for lunch today and he drank four big bottles of strong beer and two draft beers. I was like here we go again. I wanted to thank him for being nice to me. We ate a big lunch and he spent over 150 dollars on alcohol and food with me. He paid for it all. I think he has a nice side to him. But, he told me his ex-wife also brought up his drinking as an issue for divorce. I feel bad for him. I told him if he ever wants to quit to contact his doctor ASAP and go into rehab. I told him not to quit on his own because it is hard. Also, I told him if he thinks he is drinking to feel normal or to feel better, he needs help ASAP. I did my best to inform him and to tell him his drinking is not healthy. Well, I feel a whole lot better that I tried to steer him in the right direction before letting him go. I don't feel good about it still but at least he has information about getting help and quitting. Case closed for now. Thank you so much!! Happy New Year!!
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